23 Oct 2020 --- Consumers are increasingly coveting evidence-proven ingredients, which has led to a slew of certifications this week, including Hofseth Biocare, Gencor and Wiley Companies. Danone’s specialized nutrition arm Nutricia acquired a food brand for tube-fed consumers, while Sirio Europe made its Brandenburg facility more energy efficient with new manufacturing equipment. The latest research strides found Arjuna Natural’s ashwagandha to aid in sleep quality, while Plasma Nutrition’s Ingredient Optimized technology significantly improved ingredient bioavailability in a new study.